There is much debate currently about the so-called fiscal cliff, a series of policy changes and actions that will automatically kick in at midnight on December 31 if not overridden.

Explaining these in depth is so daunting a task that no one has really attempted it. Instead, we get talking points from both political parties - the principals of which would rather strut about debating issues rather than solve problems.

The Fiscal Cliff will have drastic effects on local, state and national taxes. Check the Georgia Department of Labor site for those searching for employment. Requirements are tough to meet with educational backgrounds, experience and past employment. Locally we should ask questions when government authorities appoint individuals to city manager positions with no experience. The good ole boy days were suppose to be over.

We pay the taxes, ask questions.

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